 Now, the latest news from the South Carolina Radio Network. One person is dead after a house exploded in Florence County. It happened before 2 p.m. Thursday in the PD. One person died as a result of the explosion, and another was taken to the hospital. The cause of the explosion and subsequent large fire is under investigation. Former Sumter police officer is facing charges of misconduct in office for allegedly soliciting sex for money. Stephanie DeLuca reports.